Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that online education organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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